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UPDATE: STRAWBERRIES

December 9, 2025

Mexico/South Texas and Florida volumes are increasing daily. California’s Santa Maria & Oxnard volumes are rebounding post rains waiting for fruit to color. Markets are declining in all growing regions.

Santa Maria/Oxnard

  • Limited harvesting has occurred this week
  • Occasional pin rot and green shoulder are present
  • Winter new crop will start in 3-4 weeks
  • Berry counts range from 20-24 per 8/1 clamshell

Mexico/South Texas

  • Quality problems include white shoulders, skin bruising, and green tips
  • Some border delays are disrupting crossings
  • Berry counts range from 20-24 per 8/1 clamshell

Florida

  • Defects include white shoulders and green tips
  • Rain has slowed down harvest
  • Berry counts range from 21-26 per 8/1 clamshell

Please contact your Markon Account Manager for more information.

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